fathers - ootata

Word information
Part of speech noun
Plurality plural
Noun class u/oo
Note Ootata can be used to refer to any group of middle aged men or older. Even if they are not actually fathers.

Example sentences

  • English

    You will fight for the fathers of the nation.

    IsiXhosa

    Nizolwela ootata besizwe.

  • English

    Some old men like to braai together.

    IsiXhosa

    Abanye ootata bathanda ukoja kunye.

Linked words
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Contributors
  • William Moultrie
  • Cael Marquard
  • Jacob Lund